Asclepius (/ æsˈkliːpiəs /; Ancient Greek: Ἀσκληπιός Asklēpiós [asklɛːpiós]; Latin: Aesculapius) is a hero and god of medicine in ancient Greek religion and mythology. He is the son of Apollo …

Asclepius, Greco-Roman god of medicine, son of Apollo (god of healing, truth, and prophecy) and the mortal princess Coronis. The Centaur Chiron taught him the art of healing.

ASKLEPIOS (Asclepius) was the god of medicine. He was also the patron god, and reputed ancestor, of the Asklepiades (Asclepiades), the ancient guild of doctors. Asklepios was the son …

Jun 20, 2013 · Asclepius was the ancient Greek god of medicine, and he was also credited with powers of prophecy.

Jul 10, 2023 · Asclepius was one of the few figures of Greek mythology who was worshipped as both a hero and a god. Though mortal by birth, he became the most important healing god of …

Aug 21, 2022 · The modern symbol of medicine used today traces its roots to Greek mythology, specifically Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine. Read and learn his stories.

Jun 5, 2025 · In the rich tapestry of Greek mythology, Asclepius stands out as the god of medicine and healing. His narrative not only sheds light on the ancient Greeks’ understanding of health …

Jan 1, 2026 · Asclepius appears in Homer’s well-known work, Iliad, as a skilled physician and father to two Greek doctors. However, the healer later became a heroic figure in the ancient …

Oct 10, 2024 · Asclepius, a fascinating figure in Greek mythology, holds the title of the god of medicine and healing. His story intertwines divine powers, the art of healing, and dramatic …

Asclepius was the ancient Greek god of medicine, son of the god Apollo and Coronis, the daughter of Phlegyas, King of the Lapiths.